But viewers should brace themselves for more explosive drama in tomorrow night’s trip to the cobbles as Nick, played by Ben Price, exits the soap for good.

The businessman who runs Nick’s Bistro was caught up in a tragic accident in last night’s dramatic episode as he fell into some deadly quicksand during a trip to the beach.

As the water rose to his face as the tide came in, Nick was saved by the coast guard after his arch enemy, Peter Barlow discovered him sinking to his death.

Nick Tilsley was caught up in a tragic accident as he fell into some deadly quicksand during a trip to the beach (Image: Photographer - Mark Bruce This photograph is (C) ITV Plc)

But when Nick returns home after his ordeal, Leanne tells her insecure fiancé that she wants to give their relationship another shot after telling him to stay away from her and her two boys, Simon and newborn Oliver.

Arguing that Leanne deserves more than him, he says goodbye to his family and leaves the street.

Devastated by his decision to leave, Leanne cries over her loss as she looks at her engagement ring.

With Nick gone, his heart broken mum, Gail Platt makes it clear that she owes nothing to Leanne and Oliver and never wants to see them again.